WOODSTOCK — Project Redemption is a bottle and can redemption business established in 2012 by Lauren Mooney and Emily Langer in Woodstock in the Windy Acres building. Its purpose was to raise money to support animal welfare and local charities in the area. They depended heavily on a volunteer work force which had proven to be the most challenging aspect of the business. They ended up having to work long hours to make up for the time not covered by volunteers, sometimes even seven days per week. As the business grew help came from the work crews of The Arc of Quinebaug Valley. For about two years they processed the donations received from the community and learned the business inside and out. A decision was made to turn the business over to The Arc which had the manpower and the resources needed to grow the business even more.
Project Redemption now provides a paid vocational opportunity for the individuals with disabilities supported by The Arc. “The social and work related skills that this business will provide are invaluable,” said Susan M. Desrosiers, executive director. “We are very proud to be able to help those we support increase their independence as well as help the community reduce waste and litter.” By using a network of outdoor collection bins located throughout six towns Project Redemption received donations of cans and bottles from the community. The Arc serves all of Windham County and has begun to partner with local businesses as well. Frito Lay, Rogers Corporation, the Griswold Corporation and Amtec Corporation have all signed on as collection sites. Restaurants as well including The Courthouse, Bella’s and Mike’s Stand in Putnam have also signed on as partners. We have also enlisted the support of schools in the area including Brooklyn and the Quinebaug Valley Community College. “We are offering the community the chance to prevent litter, promote recycling and reduce waste. We provide companies with receptacles for collection and develop a schedule for picking up the donations based on the needs and convenience of the business. The Ellis Technical School has also built special collection bins for use at area outdoor events throughout the year.”
Items that may be redeemed include water bottles and soda and beer cans and bottles that carry the CT 5 cent Deposit mark. Everyone can help The Arc provide this “real work for real pay” opportunity for individuals with disabilities in our community. You can deposit your bottles and cans in a local collection bin, call for a pick-up at your home or host interior collection boxes at your school, business or church. Partner with The Arc for support of your next bottle/can drive fund-raiser. You can also volunteer to help in many capacities related to the project.
For more information please contact Linda Lamoureux at The Arc at 860-774-2827 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
POMFRET — At the recent Pomfret Republican Caucus, the following committee members were elected to serve on the 2014-2015 Republican Town Committee:
Robert E. Andrews Jr., Craig W. Baldwin, Joann M. Baldwin, Roderick R. Bedard, John A. Bergendahl, Elizabeth L. Cartier, Rita M. Conrad, Karyn E. DiBonaventura, Richard DiBonaventura Jr., Anthony J. Emilio, Martha B. Emilio, Nicholas A. Gardner, Carolyn A. Hopkins, Pamela S. Lewerenz, Roger J. Mauer.
At the March 12 meeting officers were elected: Pamela S. Lewerenz, chairman; Rita M. Conrad, vice chairman; Robert E. Andrews Jr., secretary; Craig W. Baldwin, treasurer.
Legal Notice
Town of Putnam
NOTICE OF
PUBLIC HEARING
APRIL 23, 2014
Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter VII, Section 5 of the Putnam Town Charter, the Board of Finance of the Town of Putnam will hold a public hearing in the auditorium of the Putnam Middle School, 33 Wicker Street, Putnam, Connecticut, on estimates of the revenues and expenditures of the Town of Putnam for fiscal year July 1, 2014, to June 30, 2015 on Wednesday, April 23, at 7:30 p.m.
All persons who wish to speak on any item in the proposed budget for fiscal year 2014-2015, or who may wish to recommend consideration by the governing officials of additional items or the rejection of items will be heard.
Copies of the detailed budgets for the General Government, Library, Board of Education, and Town Aid Road will be available in the Mayor’s Office, Town Clerk’s Office, Library, and the Board of Education on Wednesday, April 16, 2014.
Joseph Nash, Chairman
Board of Finance
April 16, 2014
Legal Notice
Town of Pomfret
Planning &
Zoning Commission
At the April 7, 2104 special meeting of the Pomfret Planning & Zoning Commission, the following application was acted upon:
1. Rectory School, 528 Pomfret Street, construction of new two-family faculty housing; approved with conditions.
Dated at Pomfret,
Connecticut
April 10, 2014
Lynn L. Krajewski,
Clerk
Planning &
Zoning Commission
April 16, 2014
Legal Notice
Town of Pomfret
Board of Finance
PUBLIC HEARING
TUESDAY,
APRIL 22, 2014
– 7:00 PM
POMFRET
COMMUNITY
SCHOOL
CAFETERIA
The Board of Finance of the Town of Pomfret will be holding a Public Hearing on Tuesday, April 22, 2014, at 7:00 PM at the Pomfret Community School Cafeteria in accordance with Section 7-344 of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Itemized estimates of expenditures of the Town for the ensuing fiscal year of 2014-2015 will be presented and the Board of Finance will hear all persons who wish to be heard in regards to any appropriations which they are desirous the Board will recommend. Copies of the proposed budgets are available at the Town Clerk’s Office, Town of Pomfret, Five Haven Road, Pomfret Center, Connecticut.
Dated at Pomfret, Connecticut
This 16th Day of April, 2014
Kenneth W. Kristal,
Chairman
Pomfret Board of Finance
April 16, 2014
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THOMPSON — What can you get with eight roasted chickens? Quite a lot, actually.
That was the message conveyed in the latest community outreach initiative of Northeast Opportunities for Wellness, Inc. (NOW). The “Healthy Cooking With NOW” kick-off event was held recently at Marianapolis Preparatory School in Thompson and saw over two dozen community members gather for a free interactive healthy cooking demonstration from Jason and Amy St. Onge of the G Seven Catering Company.
Thanks to a generous grant from Jewett City Savings Bank, NOW was able to provide the ingredients for five delicious and nutritious entrees, all of which featured roasted chicken as their main ingredient.
“We wanted to show everyone, especially families, how to make affordable and nutritious meals using every day roasted chickens,” Jason St. Onge said.
St. Onge began the demonstration by showing the crowd the proper method for deboning a chicken and removing the wings, legs, thighs, and breasts. By using all of the roasted chicken, St. Onge said families will save money by avoiding the higher cost of individually packaged breasts and thighs at the grocery store.
The dishes prepared and demonstrated for the community audience included chicken scaloppini, sticky honey soy habanero wings, Arroz con pollo, chicken rice soup, and Tuscan soup. Each recipe utilized different portions of the roasted chicken and called for an array of vegetables, including artichoke, peppers, mushrooms, and carrots. Upon completing each dish, St. Onge and a team of volunteers served samples to audience members, along with copies of each recipe to take home and try out in their own kitchens. By following the recipes, St. Onge told audience members that they could make five meals for a family of four at a cost of only $169.72.
In addition to the cooking demonstration, participants discussed the importance of a low sodium diet with registered dietician Sarah Desjardin and brainstormed ways for parents to fit exercise into their busy schedules with Marianapolis Athletic Trainer Richard “Buddy” Drew.
With a successful first event under their belts and more grant funding from Jewett City Savings Bank to put to good use, talks are already underway between NOW and Marianapolis to host a second “Healthy Cooking With NOW” event in June.
“I am so impressed with NOW’s mission of promoting health and wellness in our community,” said Marianapolis Head of School Joe Hanrahan. “This was a wonderful opportunity for us to open our doors and lend a hand. We look forward to an ongoing partnership with NOW.”
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